Hello LEARN, CONTEMPLATE, CULTIVATE and TRANSFORM. Welcome to the meetup group "Inner Peace & Happiness Buddhist Study and Meditation Group". This is a wonderful opportunity, whether you are just beginning or have been studying for awhile, to join other warm-heart, sincere Buddhist Practitioners as we explore Mahayana & Vajrayana Buddhism. Buddhism is about transforming the mind and discovering the path to true happiness. To achieve this, first we need to take focused action to uproot the neg …

Committed objectively minded individuals coming together to realistically, pro-actively and intentionally create, lead, manage and support workable communities leading to a world that works for everyone with no exceptions. You can give whatever time or resources that you are willing to give. We establish no limits or requirements on your time. Give what you can and are able to. This is a non partisan, non political, non religious and non righteous group of people.  We are private individ …

Men, it’s time to Step Up and allow your Clark Kent to awaken the Superman within. You're ready to step away from being single and start a dating relationship. You look around, only to find yourself surrounded by a sea of women and neatly tucked into the "Friend" box. You pick up the phone, punch in a few numbers, your mind goes blank and you hang up before dialing the last digit. Even before you discover if she's into you or not, you decide for both of you that "I could never have a dating rela …

Happiness is a state of mind or feeling characterized by contentment, satisfaction, pleasure, or joy. Happiness comes from deep within, and not from people, situations, or circumstances. According to Researchers from Harvard Medical School and the University of California, San Diego: “When an individual becomes happy, the network effect can be measured up to three degrees. One person’s happiness triggers a chain reaction that benefits not only his friends, but his friends’ friends, and his frien …

Transform and purify the mind and body through Buddhist methods. We are a group of Chinese who study in the Mahayana (Xian Zong) and Vajrayana (Mi Zong) traditions of Buddhism. Through the study of Buddhist philosophy, meditation and practices, we learn how to generate the Dharma nectar in our minds and apply Buddhist study to our lives. “Accumulate virtuous causes and eradicate non-virtuous causes in our mind; this is the study of Buddhism.” With a pure mind you can transform yourself to beco …

Welcome to the Bhakti Yoga Group In this group we learn and practice the art of Bhakti Yoga, the yoga of love and devotion originally taught by the great sages of the original Indian culture. Bhakti Yoga combines special techniques of meditation, the utterance of sacred mantras to calm and uplift our minds and hearts, and the cultivation of a pure, healthy, and balanced way of life. From the original source, the most authoritative spiritual books available to us today, some of them well o …

We are a group of practitioners who follow the teachings of the 85th Patriarch of the School of Chan, which is the Chinese lineage of Zen. Though Chan is often known as a Buddhist sect, the word actually refers to the true body of the universe, the source of all life and wisdom, of peace and joy. The path we follow is simple and straightforward. Through the practice of meditation and mindfulness, we begin with deep relaxation, develop intense focus and awareness. We can then work on transcending …

Are you interested in sharing sound wave therapy using Quartz Crystal & Tibetan singing bowls, Gongs & drums with energy healing, and crystal essences? Are you ready to take your next step? Are you interested in the profound effects of sound waves on your body, and trans-dimensional healing using Reiki, Infinity Energetics and ACCESS Consciousness techniques? Do you enjoy connecting with the Earth & her seasons through sound & celebration? Are you a Light worker who is ready to play and enjoy yo …

Aurora Source is a high frequency energy which can expand your spiritual growth & shift the conditions in your life.  This energy increases your capacity to hold a greater amount of light & facilitates a stronger connection to Source.  This group was formed for new people who are interested in experiencing this Energy and to provide an opportunity for experienced practitioners to work with the Aurora Source energy.

Why this group was formed: I noticed there aren't many meet up groups in the Bay area dedicated to investing (as opposed to day trading or the active trader). Specifically, this group is for people that are interested in medium to long-term investing using fundamental principles (e.g., Ben Graham, Warren Buffett). The purpose of the group is to exchange stock ideas, views on company prospects, valuation, growth potential, and compare notes on investment experience. You should join if you have a …

This is a nice group of singles who want to expand their social circle.  It is where you will meet other professional, well-mannered and happy singles. We are chill, we love to laugh and have fun. We like to do activities that focus on volunteerism, music, dance and all other forms of art, entrepreneurship and networking, education, food, travel, personal growth, physical fitness and other fun activities. We aim to make our meet-ups as natural as possible. If you are searching and tired of waiti …

Mandarin English Bilingual Toastmasters - or MET - is a fun and friendly way to improve your Mandarin and English communication skills. Mandarin-speakers and English-speakers of all levels are welcome! You are invited to visit a meeting and observe as a guest.  Meetings start at 7pm sharp every Wednesday and every Thursday: http://sj-met.wikispaces.com/ http://mandarinenglish.wikispaces.com/ You're welcome to visit our sister clubs in Mountain View, Palo Alto, and San Francisco: http://www.meet …

We are divine creatures whose true nature is bliss. We are created to enjoy the pleasures and the bounty of the Earth. The source for this pleasure is from within. Only when bliss, joy, and pleasure spring from within, do they bring lasting joy. Being continuously in the state of inner bliss is called Enlightenment. Be clear. We all experience moments of pleasure. What we think as pleasure is nothing but living through the present moment. We experience pleasure when we happen to live in the mome …

Shape your words and future. Overcome fear of  PUBLIC SPEAKING. Develop  Leadership Skills, Confidence. Practice  Advanced Communication. Deliver Impressive Speeches and Presentations. Improve Pronunciation, Grammar and Accent. Learn New words, Phrases, Body language, Vocal variety and Effective use of the Stage. Learn  Secrets of Outstanding Public Speakers.  ICC ArtICCulators is a Toastmasters club which is located in Milpitas, this club will help you improve public speaking as well as pr …

Health, wholeness, a way of life!  This meditation group is formed specifically to learn and practice meditation. Anyone interested in doing the same is welcomed to join. Through meditation mind one can experience the beautiful transformation in personal growth. A sustained meditation practice connects you with your higher Self.

Our community is dedicated to helping Silicon Valley Chinese Entrepreneurs to share resources and promote collaborations amongst engineers, innovators, entrepreneurs, students, business owners, startup founders, executives and investors. Besides hosting technical and business events as well as social networking mixers, we provide an effective supporting network and platform by bringing together all kinds of talents of different technology backgrounds and competences. Please join us!

We are enthusiastic toastmasters who believe in a quote that " You can't be a winner if you are not on the track". We facilitate a friendly, inspiring, organized meeting to make our member speak with ease.

Join this group of like-minded individuals to create friendships and relationships that go to the third dimension and stand the test of time. Using many of the principles we have learned through personal development, we have the power to have fun, playful, passionate relationships with the right person. Ultimate LOVE and Passion is where singles who set a higher standard connect!

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SHIV YOG – The Science Beyond Science Shivyog is a way of everyday life where we  become aware of the self. And with this increased self-awareness, we purify ourselves thereby raising our consciousness, thus marching towards the awakening of our Infinite potential. Shiv Yog, as Babaji explains is the process of uniting with the Infinite Consciousness. Shiv is the Infinity, as also the Infinite Consciousness. The Yog in Shiv Yog is the process of awakening the infinite potential of a human bein …

Classy Toasters is a Toastmaster club that meets at the Santa Clara County Office of Education every Wednesday 12 -1 pm except the second Wednesday, when the club officers meet. We are an open club that promotes a supportive environment with a fun attitude. We promote diversity, with many members coming from different cultural backgrounds. We welcome anyone who wants to know how Toastmasters can help them in their personal and professional growth.

As professionals we had our visions to realize, or others’ visions to materialize at work or in personal life. Year after year goes by doing the same things over, and without much accomplishments or celebrations. Then we hit the Great Wall! What should we do? This group is about sharing reflections, activities, and interactions. Everyone has found a way to cope with challenges in life. We all can share what we have learned and can share at each meeting. In the end, we will be able to appreciate …